PTFE Fluoropolymer Coating Service for Hypotubes
Proprietary Technology
At Applied Plastics, our proprietary technology allows us to coat
stainless steel and nitinol hypotubes (hypodermic tubing), with a
thin, smooth coating of PTFE Fluoropolymer to achieve optimum
release slip properties. Capable of precisely applying the PTFE onto
the O.D. of the hypotubes with ±0.0001” to ±0.0004” tolerance, these hypotubes are available in green, gray, black, and blue colors; with
or without marker bands at user-specified intervals.
Providing high lubricity to assure easy arterial transfer, these
hypotubes have a smooth, slippery surface that is chemically inert.
Capable of withstanding operating temperatures up to 288°C, this
coating does not alter the physical properties of the tubing.
Applied Plastic coats fine wire with PTFE Fluoropolymer to create
forming mandrels, as well as all types of hypodermic tubing. These
mandrels increase the output of small-diameter tubing, formed rubber
bladders and similar products.
Key Features
- Precise tolerances
- Optimum slip release
- Easy arterial transfer
- Chemically inert
- Bio-compatibility
- Abrasion resistant
- Chemical resistant
- Corrosion resistant
PTFE Fluoropolymer Coated Hypotubes
Our coating specialists can apply this coating to all variations of
stainless steel and nitinol hypotube including spiral, skived,
flared, crimped, ground, and slotted types. We will even source the
hypodermic tubing and maintain an inventory and release schedule.
In addition to the hypotubing, as stated above, Applied Plastics
specializes in applying this coating onto stainless steel and
nitinol forming mandrels which feature a uniform and precise,
non-flaking finish. PTFE Fluoropolymer coatings achieve a 0.05
coefficient of friction, enabling manufacturers to increase the
output of plastic welding and tipping systems for catheter
production. We have an extensive inventory of medical grade wire and
PTFE coated mandrels for fast delivery.
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